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High Altitudes and High Stakes: Virtual Discussion with Author Lucy Foley on August 27th

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Join Lucy Foley, author of the brand-new Miss Marple mystery, Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel, on Thursday, August 27, 2026 for a virtual discussion presented by the Ocean County Library. The event begins at 2:00pm.



Author Jacqueline Sideman Guttman to talk about her book "Widowhood and Other Altered States" at Bergenfield Public Library on August 4th

(BERGENFIELD, NJ) -- Musician turned author Jacqueline Sideman Guttman is back! This time, she has even more to say about laughter and loss, altered states and living alone for the first time at age 70-plus. What is an altered state? Come and find out at Sideman Guttman's presentation, "Finding Humor in the Face of Loss", about her book, Widowhood and Other Altered States, at the Bergenfield Public Library on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 2:00pm.



Make Protein Goals Easy and Satisfying with Dietician Rachael DeVaux in Virtual Talk on July 29th

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Join Rachael DeVaux, New York Times bestselling author of Rachael's Good Eats, for a free, virtual discussion on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, presented by the Ocean County Library. Her newest book, The High-Protein Plate, shows how anyone at any stage of life can easily incorporate protein into their diet. These satisfying and simple meals are made for everyday life. The event begins at 2:00pm.



Watchung Booksellers Presents Author Talk and Q&A with The Bottom Line Club Co-founder Allan Pepper and Journalist Billy Altman

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Watchung Booksellers is hosting an author talk and Q&A on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 7:00pm to spotlight Positively Fourth and Mercer: The Inside Story of New York's Iconic Music Club, The Bottom Line. This exclusive panel discussion features Bottom Line co-founder Allan Pepper and music journalist Billy Altman, who co-authored the book, sharing anecdotes and perspectives from the club’s 30-year-plus history.








Hear the Tales of a Migrant Heart with Reyna Grande Author Talk

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- In her ambitious new memoir, Migrant Heart: Essays About Things I Can’t Forget, beloved bestselling author Reyna Grande illuminates the hidden cost of the American Dream and the complex journey of healing that follows survival. Grande will discuss this and more during her virtual author talk on Thursday, July 16, 2026 presented by the Ocean County Library. The event begins at 2:00pm.



Local Author Marci Mazzarotto to Celebrate Launch of "The Jersey Shore on Film" book in Asbury Park on July 18th

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Marci Mazzarotto, associate professor of communication at Georgian Court University, will celebrate the release of her new book, The Jersey Shore on Film, with a public launch event on Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the Parlor Gallery in downtown Asbury Park.



Acclaimed Comics Writer Shaun Simon and Artist Neil Sabatino to release "Open Caskets"

Open Caskets is a collection of short stories that follows oddballs and weirdos on the fringes of society as they search for meaning in a seemingly meaningless world. Connected by a support group they all attend, these characters—like refugees from The Twilight Zone—tell their stories to one another as they struggle to make sense of it all as their counselor asks the hard questions and shows absurd self help puppet videos.



Chris Malarkey to Have Book Signing and Talk in Clifton on July 10th

(CLIFTON, NJ) -- Chris Malarkey, owner of CMTKD in Belleville, NJ is a 6th Degree Black Belt, United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee, and author of Moving Meditation: From Black Belt to Inner Balance. On Friday, July 10, 2026, he will have a book talk and signing at the Barnes & Noble in Clifton. The event begins at 2:00pm.



Learn to Make Simple, Sustainable, Delicious Meals during Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy Virtual Author Talk on June 23rd

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Join Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy as they talk about their new book, The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, during a virtual discussion on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 2:00pm. The event is presented by the Ocean County Library. Come celebrate beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with recipes adapted from India and Sri Lanka’s best family spice farms.







 

EVENT PREVIEWS

Classic

Classic American Tales' presents Tales at the Dormer House every Thursday

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- From June 4 through October 15, 2026 (except for July 2), Classic American Tales (CAT) once more presents Tales at the Dormer House in which guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories written by noteworthy authors, read by a variety of performers. The schedule is 4:00pm every Thursday at the historic Dormer House Bed and Breakfast (800 Columbia Avenue) in Cape May, NJ. Performances are on the front porch, weather permitting.



2026-27

2026-27 Season Preview: Split Level Concerts at Jersey Shore Arts Center

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Split Level Concerts at the Jersey Shore Arts Center (JSAC) in Ocean Grove has announced the full concert lineup for its third season. All shows will take place beginning at 8:00pm in JSAC's Palaia Theater. The season lineup includes Willie Nile, John Gorka, Dan Bern, Catie Curtis and Band, Stephen Kellogg, Abbie Gardner, Heather Maloney and Band, and Kim Richey. As they have done in prior years, artists from the Asbury Park music scene will open many of the shows.



MPAC's

MPAC's Summer 2026 Preview

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- From the versatility of Tony winner Darren Criss, the comedy of Abbott Elementary's Janelle James and the nostalgic hits of the Grateful Dead, ABBA and more, Mayo Performing Arts Center's summer lineup features a diverse set of performances and events.



Bradley

Bradley Beach presents 2026 Summer Jazz and Blues Series in Riley Park

(BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- The Borough of Bradley Beach presents its Summer Jazz and Blues Series for 2026 throughout July and August. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a diverse lineup of world-class musical performances every Wednesday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at beautiful Riley Park.



Cape

Cape May Stage presents "Kalamazoo"

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- Cape May Stage presents Kalamazoo by Michelle Kholos Brooks and Kelly Younger from July 15 through August 23, 2026. When two cautious strangers meet later in life, polite conversation quickly takes flight — sparked by sharp wit and surprising confessions.












LATEST COLUMNS


BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 8/10/26

Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Des & the Swagmatics, Bamberdost, Owen Lake and the Tragic Loves, Jonny Couch, Sean Henry Tonight!, and Ava LaMonte. Plus a look back at "Duluth" by Particle Zoo.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Soaked" by Kiaura Rose

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Soaked" from Kiaura Rose's debut seven-song debut album, "Vagrant."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 08/06/2026

"I am great! I was in California last weekend and just got back, I have the day off and I'm getting to chat with you so everything is great," says Monster Jam monster truck driver Angelina Nock as she let us in on the profession, her background and what we can expect when she gets behind the wheel of Megalodon at Newark's Prudential Center August 14 through 16.








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